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The largest city in Maine is a gateway for island hopping in summer, skiing in winter and a thriving cultural center year-round.

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park. 

Rare and ancient plant species can be admired in their thousands at this spectacular outdoor attraction.

 With its pristine water, wooded shoreline and more than 300 islands, this New York destination earns its nickname, the “Queen of American Lakes.”

This tiny New Hampshire town in the shadow of Mount Monadnock shines with publishing houses, ponds and prep schools.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

With the scenic beauty of the White Mountains and the retail allure of outlet malls, this New Hampshire town is popular among skiers and shoppers.

With the scenic beauty of the White Mountains and the retail allure of outlet malls, this New Hampshire town is popular among skiers and shoppers.

Explore the charming capital city of the Canadian province of Québec, and its surrounding nature, to discover a little piece of France in North America.

Check out Nebraska’s capital city, its oldest town and its largest city, as well as a landscape entwined with the Lewis and Clarke story in the state’s eastern region.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Flavor and fragrance is everywhere in this part of Florida, from the Latin spice of Miami, to the Margaritaville vibes of Key West, to the eucalyptus-scented Everglades.

From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.

This tiny New Hampshire town in the shadow of Mount Monadnock shines with publishing houses, ponds and prep schools.

Explore the wonders held deep underground in this fantastic system of caves in the Wasatch mountains.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.